[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 76 (Thursday, June 9, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1182]
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       HONORING CITRUS COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE, CITRUS COUNTY, FL

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                         HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 9, 2005

  Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
the Sheriffs Office in Citrus County, FL.
  Local Sheriffs offices are the first responders to crimes and 
disasters and are a key element of support in our communities. It is 
important that we recognize the hard work and dedication of these men 
and women, and never take their service for granted.
  These deputies make daily sacrifices and put themselves at risk 
keeping our communities safe. This office has shown professional 
excellence this past year and their work has truly made our county a 
safer place.
  Events like the one today hosted by the Citrus County Chamber of 
Commerce provide the camaraderie and support these dedicated men and 
women deserve. This Appreciation Barbeque allows for the employees of 
the Sheriff's Department to come together after a very difficult and 
heart wrenching year. The generosity of the community as a whole has 
made this event possible and I thank them for it.
  Unfortunately, I was unable to join them today at Liberty Park in 
Inverness, FL. I was unavoidably detained by Congressional votes here 
in Washington, DC, and could not return in time for the event. I look 
forward to joining them in the future when I am home in Citrus County.
  The Mission of the Citrus County Sheriff's Office is to maintain 
peace and order by providing law enforcement services that are of the 
highest professional quality. I would argue they have far surpassed 
this mission. When tragedy strikes our community, I know we can rely on 
these truly dedicated public servants.
  Mr. Speaker, I once again would like to express my true appreciation 
for everyone in the Sheriffs Office and all they do for our 
communities.

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